Dr. Onyewu was recognized for his expertise in breast surgery, and service in the United States, Cameroon, Nigeria and Sudan. He has provided countless breast surgeries to deserving breast cancer patients at no cost.

During his acceptance speech, Dr. Onyewu reminds us to use our gifts–no matter how big or small–in order to “help your fellow man.”

When WUSA9 investigated the potential dangers of medical tourism, they turned to Dr. Onyewu for his expertise. As the news report found, every year, hundreds of thousands of men and women travel abroad for cost-saving surgeries, particularly cosmetic procedures. But as Dr. Onyewu pointed out, saving a few hundred dollars can lead to expensive and sometimes dangerous problems down the line. In those cases, many patients turn to Dr. Onyewu for help.

South America and the Caribbean are popular destinations for cosmetic procedures because of the cut-rate prices, but the standard of care pales in comparison to that found in the United States. Surgeries performed abroad are usually performed in homes by “doctors” who have never been trained as plastic surgeons or banned from practicing medicine in America. Follow-up appointments are nearly impossible because of the constant traveling required.

For patients who insist on traveling abroad and saving money, Dr. Onyewu advises, “You have to be sure of who’s doing the surgery.”

Dr. Chukwuemeka Onyewu of Jamachi Plastic Surgery & Medispa recently discussed the phenomenon of illegal butt injections with WUSA 9. “Over the last couple of years, and certainly in the last six months, I’m seeing a rash of people who’ve had these injections done who are coming back with problems,” says Dr. Onyewu.

Women are choosing these back alley injections over implants because of cost and convenience. Initially, there’s very little recovery time and the price is usually a few hundred dollars, as opposed to as much as $10,000 for implants from a board-certified plastic surgeon.

The toxic shots are usually administered at invite-only, Tupperware Party-style “pumping parties.” The mixture of silicone, motor oil, Fix-a-Flat and other materials often leads to complications–physical disfiguration, organ failure, and even death.

Although Dr. Onyewu is highly sought after to reverse the damage caused by illegal butt injections, he admits a lot of plastic surgeons shy away from treating botched backsides, because the procedure to do so is unprecedented and not taught in medical school.

Book your consultation or treatment today. Limited appointments are available for this trip.

]]>http://jamachi.com/dr-onyewu-now-accepting-appointments-at-lagos-plastic-surgery-october-26-november-7/feed/0Dangerous and Deadly: Dr. Onyewu Discusses Illegal Butt Injections in the International Business Timeshttp://jamachi.com/dangerous-and-deadly-dr-onyewu-discusses-illegal-butt-injections-in-the-international-business-times/
http://jamachi.com/dangerous-and-deadly-dr-onyewu-discusses-illegal-butt-injections-in-the-international-business-times/#commentsFri, 08 Aug 2014 12:25:14 +0000http://jamachi.com/?p=2363Women desperately seeking to channel the looks of curvaceous celebrities like Kim Kardashian and JLo are undergoing illegal butt injections to save money. The majority of women opting for the back alley procedure are unaware that they’ll probably pay the ultimate price—their lives.

Though illegal butt injections are a cheap, time-saving alternative to legal butt enhancement procedures, Dr. Onyewu warns the consequences are crippling. The poisonous mix of industrial-grade oils, silicones and cements can’t be absorbed by or expelled from the body. This leads to serious health problems down the road. Hardened skin, organ failure, and loss of limbs are just a few of the complications. “Once injected, the substances can take years to migrate to other parts of the body and cause blood clots, septic infections and sometimes death,” reports Dr. Onyewu.

Dr. Onyewu is one of pioneering plastic and reconstructive surgeons willing to treat patients with illegal butt injections. Many medical practitioners are reluctant to corrective treatment. “There’s no precedent—this is so new. A lot of people won’t even touch them,” says Dr. Onyewu.

Book your consultation or treatment today. Limited appointments are available for both trips.

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http://jamachi.com/men-need-pampering-too-fathers-day-specials/#commentsWed, 04 Jun 2014 19:27:46 +0000http://jamachi.com/?p=2331Treat the special man in your life to a spa day this Father’s Day season. Whether it’s a tension-relieving massage, deep-cleansing men’s facial, or men’s manicure and pedicure, the Jamachi experience is sure to please.

Leave dad pampered with any of these specials until Saturday, June 21:

Adonis Men’s Facial $80 (Orig. $100): This facial specially-designed for men will calm irritation from shaving and leave the skin soothed and hydrated.

Sports Manicure and Pedicure $50 (Orig. $65): Perfect for men who are always on-the-go. The sugar scrub, spearmint mineral mask and mini-massage will leave his hands and feet renewed.

Leave the ties and tools for another year and give call 301-585-0888 to book your Father’s Day appointment. Can decide on a treatment? Purchase a Jamachi gift card in-store or over the phone for any denomination.

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http://jamachi.com/men-marijuana-and-moobs/#commentsMon, 02 Jun 2014 15:47:15 +0000http://jamachi.com/?p=2320Marijuana causes more than munchies. It can cause man boobs or “moobs”, according to some studies.

Between 33 percent and 41 percent of men between the ages of 25 and 45, and 55 percent to 60 percent of men aged 50 and older, have gynecomastia.

So, what causes moobs? Some in the health and medical community are saying marijuana. Yes, gynecomastia might be linked to marijuana and illegal drug use. There are very few human studies confirming this, but several animal studies show that the active ingredient in marijuana may result in a decrease in testosterone levels, a reduction in testicular size, and abnormalities in the form and function of sperm.

The treatment of gynecomastia depends on the cause. Some men opt to take medication that restores hormonal balance. Some men subscribe to a healthier, active lifestyle. Some men seek cosmetic surgery. Dr. Onyewu advises men with gynecomastia to consult a trusted physician or plastic surgeon before treatment.

“At the end of the day, men want to look like the best version of themselves just as much as women do,” says Dr. Onyewu.

Jamachi Plastic Surgery & Medispa offers the latest in breast surgery for men and women. To learn more about breast reduction, click here.